April 27th, 2010 by Vicki Restivo Categories: MIAMI REAL ESTATEComments: Comments Off on TOP FINDS ($525,000-$750,000): VALUE and BANG FOR YOUR BUCK in PINECREST and PALMETTO BAY

I spent two weekends ‘shopping’ … and uncovered some real deals !!!

My buyers are relocating from Maryland to Miami. They want a well-established Miami neighborhood with top schools, and they want a poolhome. Price range $525,000.00 -$750,000.00 (4-5 bedrooms).

To give a sense of “value” … and show them what their money could buy… I took them through Pinecrest and a few blocks south of that (in north Palmetto Bay)… I took them to see the top 12 homes listed for sale in those two Miami ‘villages’ that fit their particular criteria.

There are some GOOD DEALS OUT THERE IN BOTH PINECREST AND PALMETTO BAY! No, I won’t keep them secret … Read on, and I’ll share:

But first, there’s a reason why buyers (who are moving or relocating to Miami) gravitate toward Pinecrest or Palmetto Bay: Public schools, property value, lifestyle, and a neighborhood “feel”, and reputation. Pinecrest extends from SW 88th St down to SW 136th Street, and Palmetto Bay (the village of “parks”) goes from SW 136th south. Both are known for their top schools, and my buyers had earmarked Miami Palmetto Senior High School as their sole choice for a senior high – which is the highschool that serves most of Palmetto Bay and Pinecrest.

We previewed a handful of homes to see what $525,000 to $750,000 would get them in Pinecrest … and what they could buy for that in Palmetto Bay.

THREE of the twelve homes I showed them are now under contract. ONE OF THOSE WILL BE THEIRS IN JUNE! Well-priced homes in Miami come on the market and go under contract quickly. Having a local real estate expert help you with your property search can help you narrow the search, and help you buy well. If you’re looking for a local real estate professional, give me a call or contact me here.

TOP FINDS with BANG FOR YOUR BUCK in Pinecrest and Palmetto Bay for under $750,000.00:

7721 Palmetto Court, Pinecrest ($669,000) Immaculate 5 bedroom /3 Bath (Jenning’s Built Home) On a beautifully private cul-de-sac (Just went under contract … Savvy buyers… who pounced when they found the right house.) Just went under contract April 19th. PINECREST SCHOOLS!

7790 SW 144 Street, Palmetto Bay $643,000 (5/3)

8261 SW 162 Street , Palmetto Bay $525,000 (4/3) Under contract – less than two weeks after being listed for sale – with multiple offers. This home was listed by Vicki and Alexandra Restivo, EWM Realtors International

As always, if you looking for a Top Realtor in Miami, Pinecrest, Palmetto Bay, South Miami, Miami Beach, Brickell or Coral Gables, please contact The Restivo Team here or visit MiamiRealEstateCafe Blog and Website for Home Buyers and Sellers. Vicki and Alexandra Restivo – EWM Realtors International.